Jobs and internships
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Opportunities on Handshake
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August 22, 2025
Job Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing schedules, handling correspondence, and ensuring the smooth operation of daily office activities.Key Responsibilities: Greet and assist visitors and clients professionallyManage and maintain executives' calendars and schedulesCoordinate and schedule meetings and appointmentsPrepare and edit correspondence, reports, and presentationsHandle incoming calls, emails, and other communicationsOrganize and maintain office files and recordsAssist with travel arrangements and event planningSupport various administrative tasks as neededProvide administrative responsibilities for American Heart Association Training CenterAssist Financial Manager with data entry into the accounting systemQualifications: Graduation from high school or equivalent.Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar roleExcellent organizational and time-management skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectivelyAttention to detail and problem-solving skillsWork Environment: Full-time position in a professional office settingCollaborative team environmentHow to Apply:Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to accounting@iremsc.org.Â
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August 22, 2025
Overview:IREMSC is seeking a dedicated and experienced Training Coordinator to manage and enhance our EMS training programs. This role, under the direction of the Executive Director, will oversee day-to-day operations of the Training Department, coordinate EMS certification and training activities, and support rural and regional EMS services in Alaska. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in EMS, a passion for training, and an ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Manage daily operations of the Training Department, ensuring program goals are met and within budget.Advise on EMS standards, best practices, and training development.Serve as the Training Center Coordinator for IREMSC’s AHA Training Center.Assist regional services with ePCR program setup and data management.Provide oversight for EMT certification and exams, including training of Certifying Officers.Serve as a liaison to EMS professionals and state agencies, advocating for quality EMS education.Conduct site visits, plan events, and support ongoing training for EMS providers in rural Alaska.Qualifications:Trained Paramedic, RN, NP, PA, or physician eligible for Alaska licensure.Minimum of 3 years in emergency care and at least 1 year in EMS instruction.Experience in adult education and EMS curriculum development.Strong organizational and communication skills.Proficiency in business software (Google suite preferred).Preferred:Bachelor’s degree or higher.Experience in rural Alaska EMS and with volunteer EMS providers.3+ years of EMS instructional experience and management.
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August 22, 2025
Job descriptionPorter & Allison, Inc. is actively seeking an Audit Intern to join our growing CPA practice. The ideal applicant would start as an intern working around 20 hours a week while completing credits to graduate. After graduation, working 20-30 hours a week while studying for and taking the CPA exams. Once the exams are completed or the employee is ready, a transition to a full-time Audit Staff position would be available. Work schedule and hour requirement is flexible.  Work is conducted in person and at client locations.  Audit Intern/Staff positions are in Anchorage, Alaska.Porter & Allison, Inc.’s inception was based on the premise that the current Alaska market demands more personal and timely attention to Alaska businesses from qualified and skilled audit, tax, and accounting professionals without the high overhead, administrative, and time barriers typical of larger firms. The firm’s owners, David Porter and Ben Allison, with combined public accounting experience of over 28 years throughout Alaska, come from both local and national firm environments. Responsibilities:Assist in the day-to-day functions of audit, attest, and consulting engagements with a variety of client industries.Keep supervisors apprised of the status of assignmentsDevelop technical knowledge and apply the firm's audit and accounting methodology to each unique engagement.Actively plan and participate in engagement team discussions.Adhere to the firm's values and code of conduct.Requirements:Must be actively pursuing a bachelor's or postgraduate accounting degree from an accredited college or university or graduated with a bachelor's accounting degree.Must be actively working towards eligibility requirements to sit for the CPA exam.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.Basic knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team setting.Demonstrates a positive attitude and integrity.Maintains strong time-management and problem-solving skills.Â
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with soft skills like communication. The more skills you list, the better your chances
are of showing up in an employer search.
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While we do our best to vet employers, employment scams are always changing and getting better at hiding in plain sight. We want to empower you to ensure the employers are legitimate. If you have any concerns about employer requests or interview procedures, please reach out to our office. We are happy to support you.
Scammers may post jobs on popular job boards, and they may directly contact you via email offering to hire you for a position. Some scams may use reputable companies as fronts. They may even mention Handshake or UAF to make them seem more legitimate.
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of 80 or above. Also, you must choose to allow employers to contact you on Handshake
before they will be allowed to do so.
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Be wary if the job posting or email:
- Requests for your personal information, such as address, phone number, etc. without
any previous contact.
- Asks for any money or sensitive personal information such as bank account, Social
Security number, etc.
- Focuses on money or promises to pay in advance. If it seems too good to be true, it
probably is.
- Uses an email address that is not linked to the company they represent.
- Links to a nonprofessional-looking website.
- Has spelling errors or lacks a professional tone.
- References getting your contact information from your university or career center.
Be skeptical, always ask questions and look up jobs/employers when you are viewing job postings or reading email offers.
My name is Bryan and I work with the HandShake, and my job is to provide part-time employment for qualified students during the academic year and beyond. I have contacted you because there is an opening for you at CDS and below are the lines from your potential employer:
My name is Dr. John Mazzariello and I am the Senior Director of Practice Operations at the Center for Disability Services Council - New York Chapter (CDS).
This is a virtual position which does not require you to travel to NY.
I also provide individual and group therapy, coaching, assessment and academic screenings to support students with disabilities (physical, chronic, psychiatric, and invisible). A large percentage of the students served by the mental health unit have psychiatric disabilities or comorbid psychiatric disabilities and need mental health support to be successful at the University. In addition, many University of students with academic difficulties and no prior diagnosis are seen and assessed through the academic screening and assessment process. I am also the Director of supervision, training and coordination of counseling psychology and clinical psychology graduate students in the United States who have practicums at SCDD and APA-accredited school psychology predoctoral interns.
You have received this email to be considered for an offer from the University Office for Students with Disabilities to work with me. This is an at-will position that reports directly to me. Should you decide to accept the offer, you do not have to travel down to New York to occupy this position as we are transitioning online.
I also have over 10 years of experience working with adults who have problematic relationships, childhood issues, and who feel stuck in their present life. It might be trauma, depression, anxiety, but whatever it is we can help you get "unstuck" together and I enjoy doing this. I believe everyone has the potential to help themselves, but sometimes we need some guidance.
This is a very simple employment. You will only help me mail letters, make payments at Walmart and purchase some items for the new Hybrid Teachers when needed. This employment only takes 6 hours a day and 4 times a week for $620.00
I am unable to meet up for an interview because I am currently away and helping the disabled students in Canada.
You will be paid in advance for all tasks and purchases to be done on my behalf. Some of my personal letters and mails will be forwarded to your residence or nearby post office for you to pick up at your convenience. Upon my arrival we will discuss the possibility of making this a long-term employment if I am impressed with your services while I am away. My arrival is scheduled for the last week of June 2020.
To be considered for this position, use your "alternate email (different from school email)" to contact your employer directly by sending an email with your details as follows:
Full name,
Current Residential Address,
Alternate email (different from school email)
Cell #.
To: Dr. John Mazzariello
internship@qualityservice.com
Bryan.
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. As part of the process, you'll request to connect with the University of Alaska System, which will enable you to post jobs for UAF talent. If you're stuck, check out this article: .
- On the left side of the navigation toolbar, click 'Schools'.
- Click 'More Schools on Handshake' to search for and request specific schools
- Request The University of Alaska System.
- Once received, we'll review your request and accept it as long as your organization
abides by our Recruiting Policies.
- with your work email address.
- Request to join your company - Handshake will provide you with a list of possible companies based on your email domain.
- The admin/owner of your company's Handshake account will give you access to your company's Handshake account.
- From the home page, click the blue box on the left that says 'Post a Job'. Alternatively, on the left side navigation toolbar, click 'Jobs'.
- On the top right, click the blue box titled 'Create Job'.
- Complete the job posting with as many details and descriptions as possible.
- Follow the prompts and add the school or schools you would like to advertise the job to.
- Enter application start and expiration dates, then click 'Create'.
- For more information, review this article: How to Post a Job in Handshake.